caregiver support
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Not Just Memory Loss
When people think about dementia, memory loss is often the first symptom that comes to mind. However, dementia encompasses much more than just forgetting names, places, or words. It is a complex brain disorder that affects memory, behavior, speech, and numerous other cognitive functions. Understanding the broader implications of dementia can help us better support those affected by this condition. What is Dementia? Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of brain disorders that cause cognitive decline, impacting memory, thinking, and social abilities. While most types of dementia worsen over time, there is currently no cure. Different forms of dementia include Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal…
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10 Things to STOP Doing
Today I’m suggesting 10 things you should STOP DOING as a caregiver of a loved one with some form of Dementia. (Notice I said “suggest”. The choice is yours.) 1) STOP THE GUILT TRAIN. Our guilt and sense of obligation can imprison us.
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10 Early Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
Below are the widely accepted early warning signs of Parkinson's Disease. Having a symptom doesn't mean you have the disease; however, if you notice several symptoms, it might be worth consulting a neurologist to be sure. 1) Loss of sense of smell. This is one of the oddest, least-known, and often earliest signs of Parkinson's disease, but it almost always goes unrecognized until later. Patients say they were at a party, and everyone was remarking on how strong a woman's perfume was, and they couldn't smell it. 2) Trouble sleeping. Neurologists stay alert for a sleep condition known as rapid-eye-movement behavior disorder (RBD), in which people essentially act out their…
